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Twice a year, I get that email that always causes a twinge in my stomach: your course evaluations are now available. Course evaluations can be tricky to navigate, whether it’s your first or fifteenth semester. In the compelling article, The Agony and the Ecstasy: Reading Your Student Evaluations, Regan A.R. Gurung offers invaluable insights into dealing with the emotional toll of student feedback. They discuss how, contrary to expectations, time doesn’t necessarily thicken the skin when it comes to criticism. Drawing on psychological research, the article presents practical strategies for coping with stress and making the most of student evaluations. Discover how timing, context, and support can make all the difference in how you approach evaluations. Learn how to transform this experience from a painful ordeal into a valuable opportunity for growth.